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Caran d'Ache Chromatic Ink (2-Pack)
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Caran d'Ache Chromatic Ink (2-Pack)
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From Switzerland’s Caran d’Ache, the Chromatics collection features 12 new shades, each presented in a cleverly designed package. The glass bottle has the company’s signature hexagonal shape—seen everywhere from its classic 849 ballpoint pens to its contemporary RNX.316 series—topped with a polished chrome cap Read More
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keyboard_arrow_downMrSharkbait
479
Aug 11, 2019
A word of caution: I managed to cross-thread the cap, something I had never done on any ink bottle before. The aftermath was not pleasant to deal with. I blame the tilted bottle for I cannot tell if the cap is put on straight 😈
SiverJohn17
3
Aug 10, 2019
I bought two bottles while in Zurich for 30 a piece so not a bad price I guess. I bought delicate green and ultra violet. I haven't tried violet but delicate green ran fairly dry comparatively to Iroshizuku or Sailor/Bungubox inks in a Sailor Pro Gear F nib. Not that I don't like it but it was just a thing I noted, the color is fantastic and the pen doesn't skip or anything when I'm using Rhodia paper.
katerchen
271
Aug 7, 2019
That's a very good price. Plus, the bottle is a keeper once the original ink is gone.
MrSharkbait
479
Jun 16, 2019
I have the Ultra Violet and I recommend it highly. In the Lamy Dialog 3 EF, the ink is lubricated enough to show off the slight line variation. If you like muted dark tones, this is a very dark purple, which caught me by surprise in a good way as I compared it to the other purples in my collection. As for shading and other characteristics, FPN has a review on it.
The bottle design is unique and the chromed cap is tactile, but as a functional design it is a total failure. At low ink levels the tilt actually makes matters worse. The instructions, printed in 2 pt type and light color makes it near impossible to read, shows in a diagram that you’d need to place the bottle back in the original box so the bottle is now upright, and *then* you can take advantage of the tilt. For that reason the instructions suggest that you don’t throw away the box.
The drop price is probably the best deal at this time, since this ink is not commonly discounted. Had you followed my ongoing good deals post, you would have gotten this ink for $18:
https://drop.com/talk/21301/current-deals-elsewhere
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RayF
22218
Jun 16, 2019
Seems like it might be a good idea to remove the Oct 2016 comment where drop participants are told the manufacturer decided to cancel the order over pricing concerns? Leaving that comment on the page is sure to cause more confusion than clarity. I'd also recommend removing the comment from @KinRuan--not for clarity, but because reading his whiny, crybaby tantrum makes him sound weak and pitiful!
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MrSharkbait
479
Jun 16, 2019
RayFLOL I read your post before you added the picture, and I thought to myself that there should be one of Mr. T
RayF
22218
Jun 16, 2019
MrSharkbaitI know, I was reading your mind as the thought occurred to you. My reception was delayed by the unusual sun-spot activity we're experiencing this morning.
Apologies for the delay ;- )
elimelendez
2201
Oct 14, 2016
Hey everyone. We have just been informed that aran d'Ache has decided to not fulfill this drop due to concerns over the displayed pricing here. Our vendor does not expect they will ever receive the pens from this drop so we will unfortunately have to cancel the groups order and refund everyone. Your refund will be processed today and you can expect to see the funds back in your account in the next 1-3 business days.
We apologize for the inconvenience and will work to bring this back for the community as soon as possible.
We apologize for the inconvenience and will work to bring this back for the community as soon as possible.
KinRuan
2
Oct 22, 2016
elimelendezthis is fucking ridiculous. i bought this set as Christmas gift for my GF and now it's just gone. wasting my time. if they are concerning the price, why would they ever agree to run this drop? And our order just get canceled due to vender's fault, not ours. I believe MD should do sth like coupon code or free shipping for next drop for the loss of drop contributors. This is the 2nd drop this month i have that getting cancelled due to vender. I am tired to participate further drops.
elimelendez
2201
Oct 7, 2016
Just about there! We've been in touch with the vendor regarding the group's order and they've let us know that they are still working to gather and pack the group's order for shipment to our warehouse in New Jersey. We will continue to check in with them throughout the fulfillment process and update the group again as soon as everything is en route to us!
Expect another update from us on 10/14 or sooner if something comes up.
If you have any questions, please visit our Help Center (https://massdrop.com/helpcenter).
Expect another update from us on 10/14 or sooner if something comes up.
If you have any questions, please visit our Help Center (https://massdrop.com/helpcenter).
elimelendez
2201
Oct 5, 2016
Awaiting confirmation! We are still in contact with the vendor and just awaiting updated shipment estimates from them. We have a call scheduled first thing tomorrow morning and should get a bit more visibility in regards to when we can expect these in our warehouse.
Expect another update from us on 10/7 or sooner if something comes up.
If you have any questions, please visit our Help Center (https://massdrop.com/helpcenter).
Expect another update from us on 10/7 or sooner if something comes up.
If you have any questions, please visit our Help Center (https://massdrop.com/helpcenter).
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